CAPT. RED, Brooklyn, NY – 1974

The "CAPT. RED" from Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn, NY circa 1974. The boat was built in 1927 as Captain Frank Swartzbach’s "FISHER". In 1948, she became Captain Jackie Michaels’ second "AMERICA" and sailed from Pier 8 at Sheepshead Bay. She was sold again in 1962 and was renamed the "BROOKLYN". In 1971, Captains 'Red' Tanfield and Gerry Nappi purchased the boat and renamed her the "CAPT. RED". Photo courtesy of Captain Andrew Nazzaruolo.